6. Conclusion

"More than one educated man is unaware that the only way to change an idea is to change an action", said the writer Emile-Auguste Chartier, known as Alain.

Eco-responsibility, which promotes the environmental, social and societal responsibility of companies and administrations, is part of this mindset. The changes it brings about within the organization make it a powerful lever for driving change. In the face of rising public expectations in terms of sustainable development, it is a tool for progress, serving the management and image of the voluntary organization. Last but not least, it enables us to anticipate the inevitable reinforcement of social and environmental protection legislation.

If carried out with method and conviction, eco-responsible approaches are formidable management tools, bringing institutional and economic players into...